team-member

Christopher Fialko

Charlotte, NC

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Taylor represents people charged with all types of crimes. She primarily focuses her work in state court, and in the last year alone defended a wide variety of cases including:Taylor also defends kids charged with crimes in juvenile court. She has helped young people charged with these offenses in juvenile court:Goodnight also defends men and women accused of violating their federal supervised release or probation conditions in the Federal Western District of North Carolina. She also works with Chris Fialko on many of his cases, including high-level state felonies, federal white-collar crime and drug cases, college Title IX sexual misconduct allegations, and post-conviction matters. Just recently, in Raleigh, Taylor made a thirty-minute presentation to a North Carolina parole commissioner on behalf of a post-conviction client. In preparation for the meeting, Taylor compiled a 50-page packet for the parole commissioners detailing all of the reasons the parole board should release her client.Taylor began working in the criminal defense field when she 18 as an intern, and went to law school at UNC-Chapel Hill specifically to become a criminal defense attorney. She has the passion and tools necessary to fully investigate every case by gathering all key information, interviewing law enforcement and other witnesses, and negotiating with and advocating for her client with the appropriate people. Taylor likes to fight for her clients and believes in thorough and zealous representation, no matter the client or the charge.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Domestic Violence

Juvenile Law

White Collar Crime

Language

English

Contact

Fialko Law PLLC529 W. Summit AvenueSuite 1BCharlotte, NC, 28203529 W. Summit AvenueSuite 1BSuite 1BCharlotte, NC, 28203

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Beth
August 14, 2019

Taylor Goodnight represented my family member as a criminal defense attorney. At all times Ms. Goodnight was forthcoming and candid regarding the many proceedings that occurred. Ms. Goodnight also provided accurate & understandable interpretations of the law and its relevance to our case. I respect and highly recommend the expertise of Attorney Taylor Goodnight and will always be appreciative of her representation.

Lee
July 25, 2019

Taylor was great, she worked on my case non-stop, until she got the results we were looking for. I reckaman Taylor Goodnight to everyone.. Great Lawyer..

Shaw
March 12, 2019

Taylor was amazing is there for you throughout the day asking questions and very involved makes sure you know every little thing down to the last detail and will fight for your justice.

Elizabeth
May 9, 2018

I could not have asked for better representation. Taylor was there for me every step of the way, easing my anxiety. She asks all the right questions, was direct, and thoughtful. Extremely communicative and no detail left uninvestigated. I was extremely thrilled with her services and would highly recommend her.

anonymous
March 2, 2018

Taylor's firm was recommended by a friend and defense attorney and Taylor was recommended by her firm's partner. She represented me ably and was able to negotiate a favorable outcome to my case. Taylor is skilled and competent, friendly and pleasant, and was always available for consultation and responsive to messages. Taylor visited me at Meck County jail while I was confined pre-bond. She consulted with the assistant district attorneys and we discussed what would be acceptable offers from the prosecutors. Taylor represented me in 2 court appearances and 3 subsequent probation compliance hearings. In large part due to her efforts I did not face additional jail time, used an Alford Plea not admitting guilt in spite of my plea, and Taylor was able to recommend a solid civil attorney to represent me in that aspect, with whom she consulted about the facts of my case. I am very happy I had Taylor advocating on my behalf.

Joe
January 28, 2018

Taylor is one of the brightest young minds I have come across. She is an extremely talented attorney and works for the best firm in all of Charlotte, Fialko Law Firm. I am one of the most grateful people to have hired Taylor as an attorney to fight my second DWI, along with 10 other charges including Felonies. I have never seen her without her large binding of notes detailing every instance of my case. Studious and determined, she is also one of the most considerate people I have had the pleasure to meet. She was a very respectful lady and truly cared about my outcome. Another thing I very much respected was that she never beat around the bush. Not once did I ever receive any hogwash answers about what the possible outcomes were for my situation. It is so rare to see such great qualities in a lawyer, unicorns are probably more common. Understanding the implications of my charges I was fully prepared for whatever would occur. Fortunately having Taylor as my attorney, she was able to combat all my charges and everything was dismissed completely, including the Felonies, which would have been a major hindrance to any sort of future in my career. I was astonished with the final results, especially after having a different lawyer (one considered a top DWI lawyer in Charlotte though I will not mention names) for my first DWI and being convicted of everything, and there were about 1/4 less charges (and no felonies) with that other lawyer. Taylor is a force to be reckoned with, and I truly feel blessed to have had her on my side during all this. Don't even wait or double think who you should hire to fight for your future. Taylor is the only choice for ANY sort of defense you need.

Beth
August 14, 2019

Taylor Goodnight represented my family member as a criminal defense attorney. At all times Ms. Goodnight was forthcoming and candid regarding the many proceedings that occurred. Ms. Goodnight also provided accurate & understandable interpretations of the law and its relevance to our case. I respect and highly recommend the expertise of Attorney Taylor Goodnight and will always be appreciative of her representation.

Lee
July 25, 2019

Taylor was great, she worked on my case non-stop, until she got the results we were looking for. I reckaman Taylor Goodnight to everyone.. Great Lawyer..

Shaw
March 12, 2019

Taylor was amazing is there for you throughout the day asking questions and very involved makes sure you know every little thing down to the last detail and will fight for your justice.

Elizabeth
May 9, 2018

I could not have asked for better representation. Taylor was there for me every step of the way, easing my anxiety. She asks all the right questions, was direct, and thoughtful. Extremely communicative and no detail left uninvestigated. I was extremely thrilled with her services and would highly recommend her.

anonymous
March 2, 2018

Taylor's firm was recommended by a friend and defense attorney and Taylor was recommended by her firm's partner. She represented me ably and was able to negotiate a favorable outcome to my case. Taylor is skilled and competent, friendly and pleasant, and was always available for consultation and responsive to messages. Taylor visited me at Meck County jail while I was confined pre-bond. She consulted with the assistant district attorneys and we discussed what would be acceptable offers from the prosecutors. Taylor represented me in 2 court appearances and 3 subsequent probation compliance hearings. In large part due to her efforts I did not face additional jail time, used an Alford Plea not admitting guilt in spite of my plea, and Taylor was able to recommend a solid civil attorney to represent me in that aspect, with whom she consulted about the facts of my case. I am very happy I had Taylor advocating on my behalf.

Joe
January 28, 2018

Taylor is one of the brightest young minds I have come across. She is an extremely talented attorney and works for the best firm in all of Charlotte, Fialko Law Firm. I am one of the most grateful people to have hired Taylor as an attorney to fight my second DWI, along with 10 other charges including Felonies. I have never seen her without her large binding of notes detailing every instance of my case. Studious and determined, she is also one of the most considerate people I have had the pleasure to meet. She was a very respectful lady and truly cared about my outcome. Another thing I very much respected was that she never beat around the bush. Not once did I ever receive any hogwash answers about what the possible outcomes were for my situation. It is so rare to see such great qualities in a lawyer, unicorns are probably more common. Understanding the implications of my charges I was fully prepared for whatever would occur. Fortunately having Taylor as my attorney, she was able to combat all my charges and everything was dismissed completely, including the Felonies, which would have been a major hindrance to any sort of future in my career. I was astonished with the final results, especially after having a different lawyer (one considered a top DWI lawyer in Charlotte though I will not mention names) for my first DWI and being convicted of everything, and there were about 1/4 less charges (and no felonies) with that other lawyer. Taylor is a force to be reckoned with, and I truly feel blessed to have had her on my side during all this. Don't even wait or double think who you should hire to fight for your future. Taylor is the only choice for ANY sort of defense you need.

Beth
August 14, 2019

Taylor Goodnight represented my family member as a criminal defense attorney. At all times Ms. Goodnight was forthcoming and candid regarding the many proceedings that occurred. Ms. Goodnight also provided accurate & understandable interpretations of the law and its relevance to our case. I respect and highly recommend the expertise of Attorney Taylor Goodnight and will always be appreciative of her representation.

Lee
July 25, 2019

Taylor was great, she worked on my case non-stop, until she got the results we were looking for. I reckaman Taylor Goodnight to everyone.. Great Lawyer..

Shaw
March 12, 2019

Taylor was amazing is there for you throughout the day asking questions and very involved makes sure you know every little thing down to the last detail and will fight for your justice.

Elizabeth
May 9, 2018

I could not have asked for better representation. Taylor was there for me every step of the way, easing my anxiety. She asks all the right questions, was direct, and thoughtful. Extremely communicative and no detail left uninvestigated. I was extremely thrilled with her services and would highly recommend her.

anonymous
March 2, 2018

Taylor's firm was recommended by a friend and defense attorney and Taylor was recommended by her firm's partner. She represented me ably and was able to negotiate a favorable outcome to my case. Taylor is skilled and competent, friendly and pleasant, and was always available for consultation and responsive to messages. Taylor visited me at Meck County jail while I was confined pre-bond. She consulted with the assistant district attorneys and we discussed what would be acceptable offers from the prosecutors. Taylor represented me in 2 court appearances and 3 subsequent probation compliance hearings. In large part due to her efforts I did not face additional jail time, used an Alford Plea not admitting guilt in spite of my plea, and Taylor was able to recommend a solid civil attorney to represent me in that aspect, with whom she consulted about the facts of my case. I am very happy I had Taylor advocating on my behalf.

Joe
January 28, 2018

Taylor is one of the brightest young minds I have come across. She is an extremely talented attorney and works for the best firm in all of Charlotte, Fialko Law Firm. I am one of the most grateful people to have hired Taylor as an attorney to fight my second DWI, along with 10 other charges including Felonies. I have never seen her without her large binding of notes detailing every instance of my case. Studious and determined, she is also one of the most considerate people I have had the pleasure to meet. She was a very respectful lady and truly cared about my outcome. Another thing I very much respected was that she never beat around the bush. Not once did I ever receive any hogwash answers about what the possible outcomes were for my situation. It is so rare to see such great qualities in a lawyer, unicorns are probably more common. Understanding the implications of my charges I was fully prepared for whatever would occur. Fortunately having Taylor as my attorney, she was able to combat all my charges and everything was dismissed completely, including the Felonies, which would have been a major hindrance to any sort of future in my career. I was astonished with the final results, especially after having a different lawyer (one considered a top DWI lawyer in Charlotte though I will not mention names) for my first DWI and being convicted of everything, and there were about 1/4 less charges (and no felonies) with that other lawyer. Taylor is a force to be reckoned with, and I truly feel blessed to have had her on my side during all this. Don't even wait or double think who you should hire to fight for your future. Taylor is the only choice for ANY sort of defense you need.